EWTN News Nightly
EWTN News Nightly is our daily news and analysis program presenting breaking Catholic News worldwide, top stories, and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 6 & 9 PM EST.
2025-09-01
EWTN News Nightly: Labor Day Special | Monday, September 1, 2025
As Americans mark Labor Day with barbecues and time with family, the holiday’s origins run much deeper—shaped in part by Catholic immigrants who filled the ranks of early unions. St. Joseph is the patron saint of workers because he taught Jesus the trade and craft of carpentry. And we meet a girl in North Dakota who is determined to make it to Carlo Acutis' canonization.
2025-08-29
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 29, 2025
A father shares his daughter’s story of the shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, a pastor who lost his daughter in a 2017 church shooting responds to the tragedy. And, as part of the Jubilee of Hope, pilgrims from Santiago de Compostela travel to the Vatican.
2025-08-28
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 28, 2025
Following a deadly shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church, Minnesota’s governor reportedly boosts security at schools & religious sites. Church leaders prepare services to mark 20 years since Hurricane Katrina. And, on the Feast of St. Augustine, we explore his lasting impact—even on Pope Leo XIV.
2025-08-27
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Catholic community across the United States is uniting in prayer after a shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, Pope Leo mourns the victims of the shooting. And, Catholics are speaking out against the scheduled execution of a Florida death row inmate.
2025-08-26
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Preparations are underway for the 2025 EWTN Family Celebration. Meanwhile, a group advocating for child safety is sounding the alarm over parents sharing pictures of their children online. And, Trump doubles down on his crime crackdown, saying killers in D.C. will face the death penalty.
2025-08-25
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 25, 2025
Pope Leo sends a message to the Rimini Meeting, an annual lay Catholic festival that took place in Italy. Meanwhile, Trump highlighted his progress in cutting crime in D.C., where National Guard troops are now armed. In the Middle East, an Israeli airstrike struck a Gaza hospital, killing 20 people.
2025-08-22
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 22, 2025
Pope Leo XIV has called for a global day of prayer and fasting on August 22. Meanwhile, a new study shows that, for the first time in more than 50 years, the number of immigrants in America is declining. And, certain faith-based organizations are now accepting cryptocurrency donations.
2025-08-21
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 21, 2025
A new report suggests that the U.S. Catholic Church appears to be entering a period of growth. Meanwhile, faith groups are calling for an investigation into a U.N. relief agency that is reportedly enabling Hamas. And, a woman is facing charges after a protest at an abortion clinic in Pennsylvania.
2025-08-20
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Israeli military has announced plans to call up tens of thousands of reservists for an expanded operation in Gaza. Meanwhile, a new report states that roughly 1 in 20 deaths in Canada occur through euthanasia. And, anticipation grows as many wonder where Pope Leo’s first journey abroad will be.
2025-08-19
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Pro-life organizations raise alarms over a proposal they say could be disastrous for the unborn. Meanwhile, a bill aimed at protecting children online is receiving support from the USCCB. And, a group dedicated to welcoming Jewish converts to Catholicism has launched a new chapter in Israel.
2025-08-18
EWTN News Nightly | Monday, August 18, 2025
Pope Leo XIV holds his first official encounter with people experiencing poverty. Meanwhile, a new report reveals that "pro-life" states still generate significant revenue for Planned Parenthood. And, as closing arguments begin in the trial of Jimmy Lai, Trump has pledged his support for Lai.
2025-08-15
EWTN News Nightly | Friday, August 15, 2025
Saturday marks 100 days since Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost was elected Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church. And, on this day, 44 years ago, Mother Angelica “flipped the switch,” marking the on-air launch of EWTN.
2025-08-14
EWTN News Nightly | Thursday, August 14, 2025
For the first time, Pope Leo XIV will host a private lunch with people experiencing poverty. Meanwhile, ahead of the Assumption, we analyze a 17th-century Marian masterpiece and how it continues to resonate with the faithful today. And, Sudan is facing its worst cholera outbreak in years.
2025-08-13
EWTN News Nightly | Wednesday, August 13, 2025
A new study reveals a dramatic drop in Sunday Mass attendance among Americans raised Catholic. Meanwhile, bishops urge the protection of life as Uruguay advances a measure to legalize euthanasia. And, Congress is facing pressure to investigate reported abuse at detention facilities.
2025-08-12
EWTN News Nightly | Tuesday, August 12, 2025
With active conflicts worldwide, the faithful are urged to pray & fast for peace on August 14. Meanwhile, 10 years after ISIS raids, a revival is underway at Syria’s Mar Elian Monastery. And, we explore the Church’s view on homelessness as Trump emphasizes the removal of D.C.’s homeless population.